Disney Theatrical Productions and SHN announced that tickets sale is on Friday, June 8 at 7AM. This is the long-awaited return engagement of Disney’s The Lion King. Lion King musical returns to San Francisco for the first time since its triumphant 43 week run at the SHN Orpheum Theatre in 2004. Lion King musical will return to Orpheum Theatre – San Francisco for an 11-week run from November 1, 2012 to January 13, 2013 playing through the Holiday season 2012-2013.

Based on the 1994 Disney animated film, this blockbuster opened on Broadway in October 1997 and is still playing. In its 15th year, The Lion King recently became the highest-grossing Broadway show in history. Since its Broadway premiere on November 13, 1997, 19 productions around the globe have been seen by more than 64 million people, grossed over $4.8 billion and, cumulatively, run a staggering 91 years. Produced by Disney Theatrical Productions (under the direction of Thomas Schumacher). Music is by Elton John, with lyrics by Tim Rice. The show won six Tonys, including best musical.